Issue date: 10/7/08 Section: ARTS & LIFE

Media Credit: Khai Ha

Name: Hunter Nelson
Major: Economics
Status: Senior

Q:Why do you ride a motorcycle?

A: "Because I don't have a car, and it's much more fun to be 3 feet from the road, where I can be killed. It's also only $8 to fill up my tank."


Q:How long have you had it?

A: "A little over a year and a half."
Q:Are there any disadvantages to riding a motorcycle?

A: "For the longest time, my old bike could only do 45 miles-per-hour, so I had to avoid the highways and drive through neighborhoods."

Q: What were your parents' reactions to your riding a motorcycle?

A:"They encouraged it. They found me my first bike. Everyone in my family owns a bike of some type."

Q: What are people's reactions when they see you ride a motorcycle?

A:"A lot of people are surprised I ride a bike. I guess I don't give off the vibe as a motorcycle owner."

Q: If you could have a dream vehicle, what would it be?

A: "A Scion XA. It's like a Smart car on steroids."

Page 1 of 1

Article Tools